Career profile: CASM informatics team leader
In this career profile, Victoria describes her role as a CASM Informatics Team Leader. This is one of a series of career profiles exploring lots of different jobs in genomics.
About me:
Name: Victoria Offord
Job title: CASM Informatics Team Leader
What do I do:I ensure all of our staff have the support that they need to carry out the day to day science of the Cancer, Ageing and Somatic Mutation (CASM) programme.
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Skills I use in my job:
Listening
Understanding what researchers need is key to providing the right support. It’s about actively listening, anticipating challenges, and making sure they have everything they need to focus on delivering great science.
Teamwork
A strong team culture is important. It’s about collaborating, knowing when to step back, and making sure the right people are involved at the right time.
Communication
Most of the role is trying to make sure everyone is on the same page. Good communication stops small issues from becoming big ones.
Problem solving
It’s about understanding the problem, whether it’s needing new tools, offering advice or just creating space for ideas. The challenges often range from fixing a minor hiccup to figuring out how to juggle the impossible and everything in between!